Chapter 4

The body seems to have made a choice ahead of the brain.

At the banquet, her eyelids gently drooped, and in the moment she withdrew her gaze, she saw her hands tightly clenched at her sides.

Secretary Chen! At the same time that Zheng Shuyi called out to him, she stepped out of the elevator in a hurried manner. "I am Zheng Shuyi, a reporter from Finance Weekly, and I have an appointment for a personal interview with the President's Office at 3:30 PM today."

However, Shi Yan leisurely took out his phone, glanced at it, and then hung up

How could Xu Yuling's name be on the register

Miss, have you lost your memory

The invitation to the banquet was from "Finance Weekly," and thus there was no concern about which reporter would come, nor would there be any consideration of internal repercussions for them.

Her smile remained unchanged as she nodded at the air to encourage herself, then turned around and said, "Mr. Shi, we have an appointment for the interview this afternoon"

Come here

Due to exertion, the joints exhibited a light bluish hue

Upon hearing this, Zheng Shuyi felt a chill in the remaining half of her heart

This was Zheng Shuyi's first impression upon getting into the car; this person was like a walking silencer

She crossed her legs at the banquet and calmly instructed the driver: "Please open the window"

A domineering uncle, a decisive uncle, is perfectly suited for her to wield power and influence under the guise of authority

Zheng Shuyi felt a chill, her expression stiffened, making it even more difficult for her to naturally withdraw her gaze, as she stared fixedly at Shi Yan.

Upon seeing the caller ID, he quickly frowned and then answered the call

At this moment, she felt no joy of having achieved something effortlessly; instead, she felt as if she had been struck by lightning

However

Come here

Secondly, the elementary school teacher mentioned that one should not give up any opportunity and should face challenges head-on. She is willing to conduct the interview, and so is my aunt.

The elevator is descending at a constant speed

Shi Yan stopped in his tracks, turned his head to look over, and raised his eyebrows slightly.

She wore a cream-colored pencil skirt, and when she sat down with her legs crossed, the skirt rose to about 10 centimeters above her knees, revealing a pair of slender, long legs that were even whiter than the fitted skirt

Ten meters away from her

Zheng Shuyi's soul returned to its rightful place, she blinked, glanced at the screen, and calmly deleted that line of text

If Zheng Shuyi had not previously rejected his advances and had instead taken the initiative to approach him

"No—" Zheng Shuyi's voice suddenly halted, and the words "trouble" that followed were left unspoken as she stared blankly at the person across from her

He leaned against the back of the chair, removed his glasses, and methodically wiped the lenses with a lens cleaning cloth

Zheng Shuyi: "... ..."

Zheng Shuyi's reaction was almost physiological, a wave of nausea rising in her stomach that she could not suppress. Her hands gripped the strap of her shoulder bag tightly, her various emotions fixated on Shi Yan's back.

Shi Yan raised her eyes and met Zheng Shuyi's gaze, which was somewhat confused, somewhat helpless, and somewhat awkward.

I am Day! Little! Three!

Zheng Shuyi could not see the expression on Yan's face when he just hung up the phone, but she could see Chen Sheng's complexion

Before long, Chen Sheng's phone rang again

Quite vengeful, aren't you

Zheng Shuyi smiled, which was considered a response to the compliment

In this solemn office corridor, she seemed to come alive.

Yet when she smiles, the brilliance in her eyes cannot be subdued even by the most serious attire, resembling butterflies fluttering their wings, eagerly vying to emerge.

The door to the president's office automatically opened to both sides, and the six assistants and secretaries seated outside immediately stood up. A young woman in professional attire, who was crossing the aisle while holding a stack of documents, also quickly stepped aside

A moment later

Zheng Shuyi clearly discerned that this was a call from Shi Yan, so she wisely kept her mouth shut

Zheng Shuyi was completely unaware that a strange curve had appeared at the corner of her lips. She was intently staring at the screen, her fingers flying over the keyboard, murmuring to herself, appearing to be overflowing with ideas and inspiration.

As the gaze casually swept across a certain spot, the frame refracted cold points of light, adorning his silhouette, and an overwhelming sense of being distanced from others emerged.

Seeing him in this place, one could almost conclude that this person is the banquet that she has been talking about for half a month.

If profanity were to be censored, the "beep beep" sound in her heart has already reached a level that disturbs the peace

Zheng Shuyi stood still, her mind racing as she quickly outlined two feasible directions for herself

It's nothing

"It is not cold," Zheng Shuyi said with a smile, shaking her head

In the blink of an eye, it was Friday. Zheng Shuyi took her recording pen and notebook to the headquarters of Mingyu Bank

Zheng Shuyi's mind instantly went blank for half a moment

In the end, it was probably only Zheng Shuyi who realized it.

As expected, Chen Sheng then said: "Your colleague has already completed the interview"

He didn't even lift his eyes, and his emotionless voice clearly reached everyone's ears

It is quite imposing

Suddenly, the person in front of him furrowed their brows, slightly curled their lips, and stared intently at him, saying in a voice so soft that only he could hear, "May I take just a moment of your time, please?"

Speaking of Xu Yuling, she has had a discordant relationship with Zheng Shuyi since the very first day Zheng joined the magazine. Over the past two years, there have been numerous instances of them competing for information sources.

Like other office buildings, the reception area on the first floor of the Mingyu headquarters requires visitors to register their identity

Zheng Shuyi quickly curved her smiling eyes, with a faint smile at the corners of her mouth

Is it convenient for you

This office building has a favorable orientation, with sunlight streaming in directly, casting a warm glow on the smiling faces of the three formally dressed individuals at the reception desk, infusing this cold structure with a touch of liveliness

She turned around in surprise, and the living Buddha had already reached the elevator entrance, so she immediately followed.

First, she left quietly, pretending that nothing had happened, and from then on, the name Zheng Shuyi disappeared from Shi Yan's world

Zheng Shuyi was momentarily taken aback and looked up at Shi Yan

What a living Bodhisattva this is

Suddenly, a mobile phone rang

After the voice fell, the corridor was so quiet that one could hear a pin drop

Zheng Shuyi: "... ..."

She is curious to see what attitude Shi Yan has towards her niece.

I have a two-hour drive, said the person in the car

It was not until she arrived at the parking lot that her thoughts began to recover from the strong attitude displayed by the banquet towards his niece

Zheng Shuyi blinked her eyes, confirming that she was not seeing things; the man before her was indeed the "little uncle" she had been searching for all week.

No wonder Yue Xingzhou wants to associate with others; it turns out that they have such a background behind them

Although this name is common, it should not be a case of having the same name, as the purpose of the visit indicated in the subsequent column is "interview"

However, if she does not take a chance, she will return empty-handed today

Zheng Shuyi nodded, gritted her teeth, and forced out a stiff smile

How could Zheng Shuyi possibly be unaware of the atmosphere around her? She was also feeling anxious inside, yet she still had to try her best to maintain an expression of ignorance as she looked at Shi Yan

Zheng Shuyi did not understand why they were going to the parking lot, so she glanced at Shi Yan's back and then looked at Chen Sheng, who was observing with a calm demeanor. Cautiously, she addressed the back of the living Buddha and said: "Mr. Shi, may I ask if we are going to ---"

I apologize, it was a lack of communication on our part

Even Chen Sheng, who was standing nearby, was momentarily taken aback

This is truly incredibly coincidental

As he walked up to a car, the driver opened the right door for him. It was at this moment that he seemed to remember that someone was following him. He paused, slowly turned his upper body to the side, and looked down at Zheng Shuyi.

They merely exchanged glances for a second or two. Regardless of Zheng Shuyi's expression at that moment, Shi Yan remained oblivious to the various messages in her eyes, calmly averted his gaze and walked towards the elevator

Xu Yuling

Chen Sheng handed over his phone, and before he could say anything, Shi Yan spoke as if she had eyes in the back of her head: "Tell her, if she doesn't listen, she should not appear in front of me."

The air in this area seemed to have come to a standstill, and the curious gazes of the assistant secretaries were directed towards Zheng Shuyi and Shi Yan.

In matters of love, one may face setbacks, but in the workplace, one must strive for success. Zheng Shuyi is determined to produce an outstanding piece of work that will astonish Tang Yi, so that Tang Yi does not perceive her as a pitiful creature simply because she has experienced a heartbreak

With such authority, why not teach your niece not to interfere and become a third party in relationships

It seems that sometimes the place where the banquet is held is particularly quiet

The manuscript must be published; the editor-in-chief may only say that Xu Yuling is not being considerate. It is impossible to withdraw the character interview of Shi Yan for the sake of this so-called "sense of morality".

According to Zheng Shuyi's understanding, that is: I am convenient! I am extremely convenient!

It was only after the banquet had stepped away that she suddenly came to her senses

Half a minute later, the elevator arrived, and a "ding" pierced Zheng Shuyi's tranquility. She looked up and saw Chen Sheng passing by in the corridor before her

Everyone present is aware that the interview with Caijing Weekly has concluded today

In fact, a person as shrewd as Chen Sheng can certainly see through the twists and turns involved, but it is better to avoid unnecessary trouble. He nodded in agreement with Zheng Shuyi's words, saying: "I appreciate you making the trip."

Xu Yuling indeed came to intercept.

I did not expect him to ask her this

The editorial department of the magazine has illuminated several direct lighting lamps, and everyone is immersed in the rhythmic sound of keyboards, with a sense of urgency surrounding the deadline permeating the air

Everyone looked at each other in shock, yet dared not to ask further questions

Yue Xingzhou, you didn't expect it, did you? I got on this car before you : P

Various banks' wealth management companies are expected to embark on new financing plans next year, while the China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission urges the scoundrels to quickly meet their demise and be turned to ashes for fertilization. The mistress suffers from irregular menstruation, has a face full of acne, and has contracted a fungal nail infection that is contagious.

Zheng Shuyi is a person who not only has a strong sense of revenge but also possesses a strong sense of self-esteem

But at the moment she picked up the pen, her gaze suddenly flickered

Sensing the movement beside him, he turned his gaze to the right. Zheng Shuyi, who had bent down to sit while pressing her skirt, had long hair cascading down like a waterfall, and a faint fragrance was carried by the wind to his nose

The car slowly drove out of the parking lot, and the fragrance seemed to linger at the tip of his nose

The clouds, glowing with an orange hue, surge at the horizon, making the passage of time visibly apparent

What? Kong Nan, who was sitting at the adjacent workstation, squinted and leaned over to take a look. After glancing at it, he asked, "What are you writing?"

But what can she do

After finishing the summit draft this afternoon, Zheng Shuyi did not leave work to go home, but continued to stay in the office to write an interview outline for the banquet.

Thus, Zheng Shuyi saw Xu Yuling's name on the register and noticed that the visit time was exactly 10:00 AM today, which suddenly gave him an ominous premonition

So considerate and meticulous

However, Ke Shiyan's gaze never fell on her again, as if the figure standing in front was a wax statue, passing by her without a glance.

Although there are four people in the car, there is no sound

She closed her laptop, raised her head to gaze at the glow outside the window, and fell into deep thought

The space has transformed from a spacious office area into a relatively small elevator, a square block that makes it very easy for one to concentrate.

At this moment, Zheng Shuyi calmed down and looked at the button; the illuminated light indicated the underground parking lot on Level -2

This is better than she had imagined

As the car window was rolled down, a biting cold wind of late autumn ruthlessly swept across Zheng Shuyi's face, making even breathing feel sharp and acrid

At the banquet, there was no further response. As he turned to leave, he loosened a button on his suit and got into the car directly

The security guard stood to the side, glanced at the press card hanging on Zheng Shuyi's chest, and pretended to be casual as he said: "Are all the reporters from your magazine this beautiful?"

Suddenly, my molar itched a bit after the meal

The underside of the vehicle is acceptable

The elevator fell silent once again

Chen Sheng glanced at his watch and added, "She arrived in the morning, but Shi happened to be free at that time"

When I say I am not cold, it does not mean that I am very hot either

Zheng Shuyi : `` ... ... ''

She has thick, smooth long black hair, neatly parted in the middle, with one side tucked behind her ear and the other side naturally cascading beside her cheek, exuding an air of utmost elegance

Shi Yan suddenly asked: "Is it cold?"

Shi Yan withdrew his gaze and put on his glasses

The tone was calm and unperturbed, as if discussing the daily meals, yet there was an inexplicable sense of oppression in the listening

She curled the corners of her lips and let out a cold smile

The surroundings are eerily quiet

Zheng Shuyi pinched her palm, raised a smiling face, and said in a clear voice: "I have been looking forward to this interview for a long time, and I have finally waited for today. Do you think it is convenient now?"

Zheng Shuyi immediately ran towards the elevator area

Chen Sheng slightly furrowed his brows, revealing a look of confusion: "Aren't you supposed to be busy?"

In the elevator, time seemed to stretch slowly. Although Zheng Shuyi stood upright, his hands unconsciously clenched into fists, and his heart felt as if it had risen to his throat

The door opened, and Shi Yan stepped out, with Zheng Shuyi following closely behind him.

Chen Sheng uttered a brief "mm" in acknowledgment, conveyed the information truthfully, and then the call was abruptly disconnected

Zheng Shuyi looked at the car in front of her and couldn't help but tug at the corner of her mouth

Zheng Shuyi : `` ... ... ''

The surroundings are bright and clean, yet astonishingly quiet

In the focal point of the light, a man strolls in, his expression calm, silently yet capturing everyone's attention.

Before he could speak, Zheng Shuyi clearly heard a sharp female voice coming from the phone: "Tell my uncle to answer the call"

Zheng Shuyi finished writing today's draft, and that feeling of confusion finally dissipated. She also accepted the fact that "the man who tried to flirt with her last night is the younger uncle of the mistress, and he resentfully rejected her advances today."

As thunder and lightning flashed in Zheng Shuyi's mind, Chen Sheng had already approached Shi Yan, whispering something in his ear

This fate is truly beyond words

Although the other party was not seeking consent, Zheng Shuyi still nodded modestly and said, "Alright"